PALESTINE, Texas (May 23, 2019) – The City of Palestine is issuing a boil water notice for the Texas State Railroad Park (No other residences or businesses are affected by this Advisory). The following is the legal notice.
Public Notice to Boil Water

Due to a main break in the area of the Texas State Railroad Park, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our water system City of Palestine, PWS 0010001 to notify customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to use. The water should be brought to a vigorous, rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Felipe Garcia at (903) 731-8483.

CITY COMPOST FACILITY OPEN THROUGH MAY 25TH TO ASSIST RESIDENTS WITH STORM CLEAN UP

May 22 2019 - 08:10:00 am

PALESTINE, Texas (May 22, 2019) – City Compost Facility to remain open to residents for the remainder of the week.

Due to storms that recently moved through the area, the City has opened the Compost Facility to Palestine residents through Saturday, May 25, 2019. Residents must bring a water bill and identification in order to utilize the Facility.

PALESTINE, Texas (May 15, 2019) – On April 15, 2019, Public Works employees who work at 1620 West Palestine Avenue, Building One (1), were temporarily relocated next door to Building Two (2) for final resolution of a rodent problem. First and foremost, we are concerned with the safety of our City employees and visitors to that location. All employees at this location have been provided the information on how to seek medical treatment if they feel it might be needed in accordance with our workman’s compensation policy with Texas Municipal League. Until we have received clearance from an environmental indoor air quality report, we will continue to provide our services out of Building 2. Upon completion of this project, the City will be conducting an After Action Review.

Thank you for your understanding while we continue our work with licensed professionals to properly address this issue. Public Works staff may still be reached at their regular phone number 903-731-8423.

Boil Water Advisory for Sylvan Avenue between Angelina Street and Colorado Street and the area of Brazos Street between Sylvan Avenue and Michaux Avenue Rescinded

May 14 2019 - 11:08:00 am

PALESTINE, Texas (May 14, 2019) – The Boil Water Notice affecting Sylvan Avenue between Angelina Street and Colorado Street and the area of Brazos Street between Sylvan Avenue and Michaux Avenue has been rescinded. The following is the legal notice.
Boil Water Rescind Notice

On May 10, 2019, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required our public water system,City of Palestine Utilities Department, PWS ID 0010001 to issue a Boil Water Notice (BWN) to inform our customers that due to the presence of contaminants or an interruption in service, water from our system must be boiled prior to consumption.

Our system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling as of May 14, 2019.

If you have questions, contact Felipe Garcia at 903-731-8483.

If a customer wishes to reach TCEQ, they may call 512-239-4691.

FROM EARLIER:

PALESTINE, Texas (May 10, 2019) – The City of Palestine is issuing a boil water notice for the areas of Sylvan Avenue between Angelina Street and Colorado Street and the area of Brazos Street between Sylvan Avenue and Michaux Avenue. The following is the legal notice.

Public Notice to Boil Water

Due to a fire hydrant replacement resulting from a motor vehicle accident, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our water system City of Palestine, PWS 0010001 to notify customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to use. The water should be brought to a vigorous, rolling boil and then boiled for three minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Felipe Garcia at (903) 731-8483.

PALESTINE, Texas (May 10, 2019) – The Boil Water Notice affecting the 300 Block of Palm Drive has been rescinded. The following is the legal notice.

Boil Water Rescind Notice

On May 8, 2019, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required our public water system,City of Palestine Utilities Department, PWS ID 0010001 to issue a Boil Water Notice (BWN) to inform our customers that due to the presence of contaminants or an interruption in service, water from our system must be boiled prior to consumption.

Our system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling as of May 10, 2019.

If you have questions, contact Felipe Garcia at 903-731-8483.

If a customer wishes to reach TCEQ, they may call 512-239-4691.

FROM EARLIER:

PALESTINE, Texas (May 8, 2019) – The City of Palestine is issuing a boil water notice for the 300 block of Palm Drive. The following is the legal notice.

Public Notice to Boil Water

Due to the replacement of a flush hydrant, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our water system City of Palestine, PWS 0010001 to notify customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, coking, and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to use. The water should be brought to a vigorous, rolling boil and then boiled for three minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Felipe Garcia at (903) 731-8483.

ADVISORY - Boil Water Notice for the areas of Sylvan Avenue between Angelina Street and Colorado Street and the area of Brazos Street and between Sylvan Avenue and Michaux Avenue

May 10 2019 - 08:29:00 am

PALESTINE, Texas (May 10, 2019) – The City of Palestine is issuing a boil water notice for the areas of Sylvan Avenue between Angelina Street and Colorado Street and the area of Brazos Street between Sylvan Avenue and Michaux Avenue. The following is the legal notice.

Public Notice to Boil Water

Due to a fire hydrant replacement resulting from a motor vehicle accident, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our water system City of Palestine, PWS 0010001 to notify customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to use. The water should be brought to a vigorous, rolling boil and then boiled for three minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Felipe Garcia at (903) 731-8483.

UPDATE: All streets have been reopened for travel. We caution everyone to continue to use extreme caution when traveling this evening as we could see more rainfall into tomorrow. Please continue to report any flooding or hazardous situations to 911.
PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH HIGH WATERS. TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN!

ADVISORY - Boil Water Notice for Palestine High School, Taco Bell, the Plaza Shopping Center and the area of Moore Drive Rescinded

May 02 2019 - 01:24:00 pm

PALESTINE, Texas (May 2, 2019) – The Boil Water Notice affecting Palestine High School, Taco Bell, the Plaza Shopping Center and the area of Moore Drive has been rescinded. The following is the legal notice.

Boil Water Rescind Notice

On April 30, 2019, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required our public water system,City of Palestine Utilities Department, PWS ID 0010001 to issue a Boil Water Notice (BWN) to inform our customers that due to the presence of contaminants or an interruption in service, water from our system must be boiled prior to consumption.

Our system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore adequate pressure, disinfectant levels, and/or bacteriological quality and has provided TCEQ with testing results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling as of May 2, 2019.

If you have questions, contact Felipe Garcia at 903-731-8483.

If a customer wishes to reach TCEQ, they may call 512-239-4691.

FROM EARLIER:

Boil water notice for Palestine High School and Taco Bell expanded to include the areas of Moore Drive and the Plaza Shopping Center

PALESTINE, Texas (April 30, 2019) – Earlier, the City of Palestine issued a boil water notice for Palestine High School and Taco Bell. That notice is now being expanded to include the areas of Moore Drive and the Plaza Shopping Center on S. Loop 256. The following is the legal notice.

Public Notice to Boil Water

Due to a fire hydrant replacement affecting Palestine High School, Taco Bell, the Plaza Shopping Center and Moore Drive, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our water system City of Palestine, PWS 0010001 to notify customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to use. The water should be brought to a vigorous, rolling boil and then boiled for three minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Felipe Garcia at (903) 731-8483.
FROM EARLIER:

PALESTINE, Texas (April 30, 2019) – The City of Palestine is issuing a boil water notice for Palestine High School and Taco Bell. No other businesses or homes are affected by this Advisory. The following is the legal notice.
Public Notice to Boil Water

Due to a fire hydrant replacement affecting Palestine High School and Taco Bell only, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our water system City of Palestine, PWS 0010001 to notify customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption.

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and making ice should be boiled and cooled prior to use. The water should be brought to a vigorous, rolling boil and then boiled for three minutes. In lieu of boiling, you may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the water system officials will notify you that the water is safe for consumption. Instructions to discontinue boiling will be issued in the same manner as this notice.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Felipe Garcia at (903) 731-8483.